Sick note paranoia isn’t a formal medical term but the anxiety or guilt that people feel when they take time off work due to illness or injury. Even when it’s completely legitimate. It’s that nagging thought of: “Will my manager think I’m faking it?” “What if my colleagues think I’m lazy?” “I’ll fall behind, maybe […]
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What is Sick Leave? Sick leave is the period of paid time off an employee can take when they’re too ill to work due to illness or injury. In the UK, employees can self-certify sickness for the first 7 days. A Fit Note (Statement of Fitness for Work) from a GP or healthcare professional is
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Last updated: February 2026 Based on current Irish guidance from the Health Service Executive (HSE), the Health and Safety Authority (HSA), the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC), the Sick Leave Act 2022, and the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005. Quick Summary: If you’re experiencing work-related stress in Ireland, here are the key points:
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